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He did not deny that he made a mistake.
What does Deny mean?
Deny means say no or say something is not true.
Dictionary definition
To say something is not true, or to refuse to give or allow something.
Example sentences
Deny in a sentence
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The school may deny entry if the room is full.
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A person should not deny the truth when clear evidence is shown.
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What does deny mean?
Deny means to refuse something or say that something is not true.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses deny correctly?
This sentence uses deny to mean say something is not true.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of deny?
Admit means accept that something is true, which is the opposite of deny.
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Deny
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MeaningDeny means say no or say something is not true.
ExampleExample: He did not deny that he made a mistake.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- dih · ny
- Strongest beat
- ny
- Ending
- ny
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ny.
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Word family
Deny word family
Base word
deny
verb
denies
Says no or says something is not true now or often.
verb
denied
Said no or refused in the past.
noun
denial
The act of saying something is not true or refusing something.
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Hint for students
Deny means say no or say something is not true.
Common mix-up
Deny is not the same as admit. Deny means deny means say no or say something is not true.
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Read this model sentence: The school may deny entry if the room is full. Clue words: school, may, entry. Underline clue words that show why deny fits instead of admit. Now write one new sentence that shows deny without using the word deny. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show deny?
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